Day Shift Cook

Mebane, NC

Job Title: Day Shift Cook

Job Type:Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Description:

Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes and providing a nostalgic dining experience? Our beloved Retro Diner is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Day Shift Cook to join our team. In this role, you will prepare and serve classic diner fare, ensuring high-quality meals that evoke the charm of yesteryear while delighting our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

- Food Preparation: Prepare a variety of diner-style meals, including breakfast items, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and desserts, adhering to our standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Cooking:Cook food to order, ensuring accuracy and quality while maintaining timing to provide exceptional service during peak hours.
- Safety and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment by following all health and safety guidelines, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
- Inventory Management:Assist with inventory control, including receiving, stocking, and rotating food supplies, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
- Collaboration:Work closely with other kitchen staff and waitstaff to ensure smooth operation and communication during service periods.
- Menu Input:Provide suggestions for menu improvements and participate in the creation of daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Customer Interaction:Occasionally interact with customers to receive feedback on food and address any dietary restrictions or preferences.

Qualifications:

- Previous cooking experience in a diner or fast-paced restaurant environment is preferred.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and cooking techniques.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage time effectively.
- Strong communication skills and teamwork mentality.
- A passion for classic diner food and a desire to create a memorable dining experience.
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Benefits:

- Competitive hourly wage with potential for tips.
- Employee discounts on meals.
- Opportunities for career advancement within the diner.
- A fun and friendly work environment filled with retro vibes!

If you’re ready to be part of a team that celebrates great food and good times, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your passion for cooking and why you would be a great fit for HWY 55

**Join us for a trip down memory lane and help us serve up nostalgia on a plate!**